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State Minister of Defence, Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, has announced today (29) that a significant change will be implemented in the system of providing ration allowances to armed forces personnel, effective from January.During a press conference at the State Ministry, the Minister revealed that under the new system, ration allowances will be incorporated into the monthly salaries of Tri-Forces personnel. The Minister also emphasized that this adjustment aims to enhance the financial status of the personnel and improve transparency and accountability in financial matters.

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya’s (SJB) presidential candidate, opposition leader Sajith Premadasa has handed over his presidential election manifesto to the Chief Prelates of the Asgiriya and Malwathu Chapters this afternoon (29).Accordingly, Premadasa’s presidential election manifesto will be released to the business community and the public on 04 September, 2024.The manifesto, titled “Win For All” has focused on five key points – Building a resilient economy, Empower every citizen, enhance government service, Protect quality of life and safeguarding the nation.Win For All – Sajith Manifesto ENGLISH by Adaderana Onlineon Scribd

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Mumbai which arrived in Sri Lanka on 26th August 2024, departed the island today (29thAugust), on successful completion of her formal visit. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Colombo port, following naval traditions.On her departure, INS Mumbai engaged in a successful Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with SLNS Gajabahu. The PASSEX involved training exercises in communication and tactical maneuvering, concluding with the traditional cheer ship salute.During the ship’s stay in Colombo, the crew members took time off to visit some of the tourist attractions in the country. In addition, they took part in…

The first payment towards implementation of Hybrid Power Projects in Three Islands off Jaffna has been handed over by the High Commission of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha to the Secretary of Minister of Power and Energy, Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena and Chairman of Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA) Mr. Ranjith Sepala.The handing over of the funding was carried out at a ceremony held at the Indian High Commission in Colombo on 28 August 2024. Issuing a statement in this regard, the Indian High Commission in Colombo said a Memorandum of Understanding for the implementation of the hybrid renewable energy…

The ‘Puluwan Sri Lanka’ manifesto of Independent Presidential Candidate President Ranil Wickremesinghe launched in Colombo.At the launch of his policy statement, President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced that financial allocations would be provided to 50,000 school leavers to support their technical training.In his policy statement, President Ranil Wickremesinghe outlined the priorities of the five-year plan: easing the cost of living, creating jobs, offering tax relief, promoting economic growth & implementing the Aswesuma & Urumaya programs. As the first step, 100,000 new sources of employment will be created.The “Five Years of Winning the Country with Ranil” manifesto states that a separate authority will…

Sri Lanka faces a crucial challenge as they head into the second Test against England on Thursday at Lord’s, a venue that has often served as an unlikely home away from home for the visiting side.After suffering a five-wicket defeat in the first Test in Manchester, England will be looking to clinch the series. However, Sri Lanka is equally determined to keep the series alive.Sri Lanka has made two changes to their playing XI for this match to strengthen their lineup. Pathum Nissanka replaces Kusal Mendis, bolstering the top order, while Lahiru Kumara comes in for Vishwa Fernando to reinforce…

An accomplice of underworld figure ‘Matugama Shan’ has been arrested and brought back to Sri Lanka, it was reported.The Police said the suspect, Geethmal Benoy Dilshan was wanted over several crimes in Sri Lanka. He was brought back to Sri Lanka from Dubai by a team of Criminal Investigations Department (CID) officers today.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s Presidential policy manifesto will be launched at the Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo today. The event will take place at 9.30 am.The manifesto titled “Puluwan Sri Lanka” (A Capable Sri Lanka), is centered around the vision of leading the country out of bankruptcy and towards economic prosperity, with a gradual plan to transformSri Lanka into a developed nation. A senior government spokesperson stated that the primary goal of the “Puluwan Sri Lanka” policy statement is to build a better country for all segments of Sri Lankan society. The policy statement focuses on taking the next steps forward for…

The second gunman and the car driver wanted in connection with the recent killing of two persons including businessman Surendra Wasantha Perera, also known as ‘Club Wasantha’, have been arrested by the Panadura Police Divisional Crimes Detective Bureau at Pinwaththa in Panadura.The arrested suspects are reportedly aged 29 and 32 while they are residents of Nagoda and Ahugalla areas. Based on the information received by the Panadura SSP that the suspects were staying in the Pinwatta area of Panadura, a team of officers including a Chief Inspector had apprehended the suspects while they were at the Pinwatta bus stop.According to the…

The Sri Lankan Government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached an agreement to amend the pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) tax, says President Ranil Wickremesinghe.Speaking at a presidential election rally in Eheliyagoda, he stated that proposals from both parties are to be considered and that the exact amounts will be notified soon.“Another issue is the pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) tax, which is a significant issue. The IMF and we (the government) have agreed that it needs to be amended. The preliminary decision has been taken. We have made one proposal, and the IMF has put forward another one. So, after discussing these two…